Academic Language! Academic Literacy! A Guide for K-12 Educators

Name: Academic Language! Academic Literacy! A Guide for K-12 Educators
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ISBN: 9781412971331

ISBN-10: 1412971330

ISBN-13: 9781412971331

Edition: 2009

Authors: Eli R. Johnson

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Academic language -- the formalized language of school -- builds a foundation which helps students to define terms, form concepts, and construct knowledge. As academic language becomes part of the fabric and instructional culture of a school, then academic literacy and success will develop in every classroom. Students who are English Language Learners or from families with limited formal education may need explicit instruction in academic language in order to succeed. Filled with hands-on instructional strategies, this practical guide helps teachers in all content areas and grade levels to explain in simple terms the importance of academic language and literacy to their students and provide…

Book details

List price: $34.95
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Corwin Press
Publication date: 6/24/2009
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 152
Size: 8.50" wide x 11.00" long x 0.38" tall
Weight: 0.946
Language: English



Foreword



Acknowledgments


About the Author



Academic Language and Academic Literacy



Academic Language and Learning



Academic Literacy Challenges



Academic Reading: Inferring Strategies



Academic Reading: Text Structure Strategies



Academic Listening: Explicit Learning Strategies



Academic Speaking: Dialogue & Discourse Strategies



Academic Writing: Revealing Ideas Strategies



Creating an Academic Culture



Academic Language: Grade Level Lists



Academic Resources: Content Area Lists


References


Index